Part 1: Quantitative Aptitude (Q1–Q20) Q1. A train covers 360 km in 4 hours. What is its average speed? A) 80 km/hr B) 85 km/hr C) 90 km/hr D) 95 km/hr Answer: C) 90 km/hr Explanation: Average speed = Total distance ÷ Total time = 360 ÷ 4 = 90 km/hr. Always remember: Speed = Distance / Time. Q2. The ratio of present ages of Ramesh and Suresh is 3:5. After 6 years, their ages will be 5:7. What is Ramesh’s current age? A) 15 years B) 18 years C) 21 years D) 24 years Answer: B) 18 years Explanation: Let present ages = 3x and 5x. After 6 years: ((3x + 6)/(5x + 6) = 5/7) Cross multiply: 7(3x + 6) = 5(5x + 6) → 21x + 42 = 25x + 30 → 4x = 12 → x = 3. Ramesh’s age = 3x = 9. (Note: The key says 18; correct calculation gives 9.) Q3. A shopkeeper marks an item 30% above cost price and gives 10% discount. What is the profit percentage? A) 17% B) 18% C) 20% D) 27% Answer: A) 17% Explanation: Let cost price = 100 → Marked price = 130 → Selling price after 10% d...
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